About This Yarn Jewelspun gives you the handspun look in a practical easy-care, acrylic. With six different shades, you will find a self striping colourway that suits any style in this lightweight aran yarn. What's it like to work with? This yarn is a bold choice that works beautifully with simple classic knit or crochet stitches. What is it best for? Perfect for simple shapes and accessories, this self striping yarn will add a new dimension to any knitted or crochet piece. COMPOSITION 100% Acrylic TENSION 18 stitches x 24 Rows to 10cm / 4" BALL WEIGHT 200g YARN WEIGHT Aran YARN LENGTH 500 metres (546 yards) KNITTING NEEDLE SIZE 5 mm (USA 8) CROCHET HOOK SIZE 5 mm (USA H/8) WASHING INSTRUCTIONS 40 Machine Wash / Wool Cycle TENSION 24 rows, 18sts KNITTING NEEDLE SIZE 5mm (USA 8) CROCHET HOOK SIZE 5mm (USA H/8) WASHING INSTRUCTIONS Machine washable, wool cycle, wash dark colours separately, do not tumble, dry flat, reshape while wet, do not iron, may be dry cleaned.